Thursday, April 30, 2009

And I am back with another awesome ArtFire Artisan Feature! This time around it is the awesome Jinx1764. So I will hand over to Jinx1764 so she can tackle the questions!

1) What do you like to be called?Heather, but my best friends call me H.2) Were you named after anyone?Negative, but I was almost named Naomi….close call.

3) How many birthdays have you had?As many as allowed by law, currently 38.

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located?I’m currently located in the Houston area but I would love to be relocated to any Hawaiian island.

5) What defines you as you?My morbid sense of humor and my eclectic taste in everything; wait is that redundant?

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad)When another girl asked me if I wanted her to apologize for her earlier behaviour; I naively answered yes then she refused to apologize at all. I swore at that moment that I would never be that naïve again.

7) If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why?A parrot, of course! Besides being incredibly intelligent and beautiful I would be able to fly!8)Do you believe in miracles?Absolutely!

9) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off?No, since I usually don’t tie them as well.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Here we once again, with another awesome ArtFire Artisan feature. This time round we are featuring Jenn from jennuinecandles. Now I will hand over to Jenn.

1) What do you like to be called? Jenn

2) Were you named after anyone? Not that I know of. I think my parents thought it would be funny to give me the first and second most popular names the year I was born.

3) How many birthdays have you had? 34 (but when I get to 50 I will start counting backwards.)

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? I am currently in the US (Arizona)...I’m not sure if I would like to remain in the US (maybe Oregon) or move to Australia.

5) What defines you as you? I think that most people would define me as honest, smart, caring and strong, but with a little bit of naivety. And I am okay with that.

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) This is a very interesting question. I would have to say, after much thought, that the birth of my sister was a defining moment. After 8 years of being an only child, I was abruptly thrown into the world of sharing (love, time, toys, food, etc). Although initially a “sad” moment in my childhood, it is now one of the best things that I could have asked for – she is one of my best friends.

7) If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? I would be my Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Stella. She has a great, posh life!

8) Do you believe in miracles? I believe that everything happens for a reason.

20) What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally? Other than adding creative and unique, I would hope that I would continue to be known as honest, smart, caring and strong, but with a little bit of naivety.

That was excellent Jenn, thanks so much. I'm sure the readers enjoyed it as much as I did. Now on to my spotlight of the wonder items available at jennuinecandles on ArtFire.

So we come to the end of another ArtFire Artisan feature. Be sure to join us next time.

Saturday, April 25, 2009

That's right, I'm doing a Giveaway Competition. And there is more than one thing up for grabs! And more than one way to give yourself the chance to win!!!

The main prizes up for grabs are one of two Byzantine Chainmaille bracelets in Anodized Aluminium. Similar to this one..

The winners will have a choice of colours and the bracelet will be made specifically to fit them (or a person of their choosing)! These will be made by me and shipped anywhere in the world!

In order to put yourself in the draw to win one of these bracelets you can do one or all of the following:

1) Post a comment along with your favourite item from HaffinaCreations on ArtFire and your email (so I can contact you if you win)

2) Buy something from HaffinaCreations on ArtFire - this will give you 5 entries in the draw.

3) Help me promote the Giveaway - for each promo you do you will get another entry (make sure you let me know in some way - I'm not everywhere..yet!)

4) Take a guess at the number of beads in my beadie bag (maximum of 3 guesses) and each guess will give you another entry. And to make it even better..the person who guesses the exact amount, or the closest to the actual amount, will receive a OOAK polymer clay pendant, on a leather necklace,made by me.

Here is a picture of my beadie bag -

So there are lots of ways to entry and plenty of opportunity to have lots of entries in the draw.The winners of the bracelets will be drawn out of a hat (very sophisticated) by one of my sons on the 9th of May 2009! (This would Australian time.. so please take this in to account.) Winners will be posted ASAP after.

Friday, April 24, 2009

Here we are with another ArtFire Artisan feature. This time round we are featuring Diana from DjStoreRoom. So I will hand over to Diana.

1) What do you like to be called? Diana. DjStoreRoom.

2) Were you named after anyone? Princess Diana. She got married and gave birth to Prince William just before I was born.3) How many birthdays have you had? Twenty-Six…

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? I am in SINGAPORE!! I would just stay put, as logically it is the best choice. But frankly, I miss France.

5) Do you believe in miracles? Absolutely! Nothing in the world is impossible. I never thought that I will settle down so early in life, but as I believe in miracles, nothing in the world is impossible.

6) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? No. I slip them on and snugged them off.

7) Favourite smells? I love the smells of babies!! When they were just born, their fragrant fills the air!! But please, no sweaty and dirty babies for me! I will just grab and carry them to the bathroom for a nice warm shower to restore that lovely baby smell!

8) What is on your mouse pad? I don’t use a mouse pad. Optical mouse works fine on its own… But I totally dig those handmade mouse pads that I saw on ArtFire.Com

9) If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? I would be PINK!! I LOVE pink!! Fabrics, Ribbons, Clothes, Shoes, Paint, Bags... All Pink... Sweet…

10) Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? How about facial foam? It’s gentle enough for the delicate skin…

11) What is the first thing you notice about people? I will see if they are happy. Do they look bored? Or do they look distracted? I go for their mood first. Mood determines everything, from their appearance to the way they walk.

12) Scary movies or happy endings? Romantic, Happy Endings works for me ALL the time. Basically, I like Korean Sob Dramas… Cry till my tissues are all used up… 13) When cheese gets its picture taken, what does it say? S U S H I

Thursday, April 23, 2009

The Crazy Train has a new passenger.. this time round it is CreativeCoveJewelryDesigns. She has some awesome jewelry in her studio. Perfect for mother's day gifts.. dont forget its just around the corner.Check out these fabulous items...It really is awesome stuff, isnt it? So get yourself into CreativeCoveJewelryDesigns, and pick yourself..or your mum, up something fabulous!

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Here we are again, with another fabulous ArtFire Artisan feature. This time round we have the amazing Sharon from LuvToSparkLe. I will hand over to Sharon.

1) What do you like to be called? Well besides my name, I’ve recently been called Sparkle which I love! :o) And for a long time my nickname was Diz because I LOVE Disney2) Were you named after anyone? Nope, my dad picked my name

3) How many birthdays have you had? Just had my 26th

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? I live in Arizona, sometimes I’d like to be located anywhere but here (Especially summer) hehe, I grew up in Seattle, loved it there but I think I would like to Live in California.

5) What defines you as you? My personality, I’m just crazy. I like to have fun and I really try to be a little more carefree/goofy.

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) Spending summers with my aunt was always my favourite. As for sad it was going through elementary school and learning that not everyone likes you kids can be mean, but I think even with bullies in my past I’ve become a better person!

7)If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? Maybe a dog and even better a fantasy animal I’d be Stitch from lilo and stich he’s so cute! *but maybe a girl version ;) *

8) Do you believe in miracles? Yes

9)Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Oh no way, I just push them off!10) Favorite smells? Raspberry! Melon, sometimes Vanilla, does “anything that smells good” count? hehe

11) What is on your mouse pad? I have no mouse pad, I own a laptop at home and at work I don’t use one.

12) If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Either pink or orange cause those are my 2 favorite colors

13) Do you still have your tonsils? Yup! But I had my adnoids removed super young

14) Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? I don’t have experience with that! I would imagine either is ok. As long as it’s clean.

15) What is the first thing you notice about people? If they are nice and have an inviting personality.

16)What color pants and shoes are you wearing? Ummmm I’m in bed about to go to sleep.

17) Scary movies or happy endings? Both, you need a balance. But it seems even scary movies have happy endings nowadays.

20) What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally? My resin jewelry and pearls/crystals. And I want to be known as someone who is really true personality. Hmmm maybe first I just want to be known ;)

That was wonderful Sharon. Thanks so much for participating.Now I get to do a spotlight on Sharon's gorgeous creations from LuvToSparkLe on ArtFire.

So this brings us to the end of another wonderful ArtFire Artisan feature! I hope you will join me next time.

Monday, April 20, 2009

Isn't that a fabulous name for a shop - ShineyYourHineySoap? Even better when you find out that what they sell there is soap and other bathroom products. And it isnt just any old soap.. its awesome! They have lots of different fragrances and shapes and colours.. like this..and this...And awesome bath mitts and cloths like this..So get your hiney into ShineYourHineySoap and grab some products to make it shine!!

Saturday, April 18, 2009

We are back, with another amazing ArtFire artisan. This time we are featuring Andrea from AndreaDesigns. So lets hand over to Andrea and see how she tackles the questions.

1) What do you like to be called? Andrea

2) Were you named after anyone? After my maternal grandmother, in my family we are three Andreas, one born in Peru , South America (that’s me) and two cousins born in Argentina South America.

3) How many birthdays have you had? Many

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? For now we are living in El Paso , Texas and moving to Indiana , I can be located at AndreaDesigns.artfire.com

5) What defines you as you? I am a positive person, I thing every experience provide us with a teaching in live, things happen for a reason. I believe that only acting with honesty we can be happy and in peace with ourselves. As a Latin person I love music and to dance, and of course I love to knit , also I like to make cards for somebody in the family or for my team members.

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) When I was about 11 years old I learned that not always you can get what you want

7) If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? A tiger because they are powerful and so beautiful,

8) Do you believe in miracles? Yes, indeed I am a truly believer in miracles

9) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? I do not10) Favorite smells? Ocean, lemon, cocoa butter reminds me of the beach

11) What is on your mouse pad? My mouse

12) If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Black, because I can use it to write and to draw

13) Do you still have your tonsils? Yes

14)Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? Probably with soap when they take a shower

15) What is the first thing you notice about people?The colour of their eyes

20) What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally? I want to be know as a fair person and I want to everybody to enjoy my product as much I do when I create them and to be famous….

Thank you so much Andrea. I hope the other readers enjoyed this as much as I did.Now for me to do my spotlight on the fabulous items available in Andrea's ArtFire studio.

So we are at the end of another ArtFire Artisan feature. Stay tuned for the next feature, coming soon.

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located?Right now I live and work in Raleigh, NC, US. I think I would like to go back one day to Cracow, PL (I used to live there for short time- and loved it!)

5) What defines you as you? This is really hard question. I’ve never thought about it. I think the way I show what I see through my photography defines me in very own way.

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) I had lots of happenings in my childhood- good but also bad. I don’t consider one to be most important. I believe that the whole set of events that touched me shaped how I see world, how I feel and think.

7) If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? I have always dreamed to be a bird- free, flying high.

8) Do you believe in miracles? Yes. They happen every day.

9) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Not always

10) Favorite smells? Soft and delicate flowerly smells. I really like the smell of lily of the valley.

11) What is on your mouse pad? I don’t have personalized mouse pad. It has pattern of chart, grey with white stripes.

12) If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Blue.

13) Do you still have your tonsils? Yes

14) Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? I think either way. I would say it’s personal preference of person washing their head.

15) What is the first thing you notice about people? Face and eyes.

16) What color pants and shoes are you wearing? Pants- grey, shoes- brown

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Here we are again with another awesome ArtFire Artisan feature! This time round we are featuring HarmonArt. HarmonArt are a husband and wife team, and in this case it is the husband braving the questions! Let's get to it...1)What do you like to be called? Brian or daddy at home, Mr. Harmon when in my classroom (although I’ve been called dad there a few times on accident).

2)Were you named after anyone? No, apparently my parents just went with the flow. Brian was the #5 most popular name worldwide the year of my birth. There were like 4 Brians in each of my school classes.

3)How many birthdays have you had? 29

4)Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? My wife and I are an artisan team operating out of Northern Kentucky, which is basically a suburb of Cincinnati. I am actually very happy with my location.

5)What defines you as you? That depends if you know me or just see me. If you know me, I’m defined by my Christian faith and artsiness. If you just see me, It’s probably my super-skinny body shape or big fatty beard.

6)What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) When I was in 1st grade, a drawing I did was picked for the local hospital’s ad campaign for paediatrics. I felt like a “real artist” for the first time then. I still get that same feeling every time someone buys one of my pieces. It’s awesome.

7)If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? I’ve always liked goats, believe it or not. They are just really fun animals. They are outgoing, playful, and can eat anything. I’ve got a sensitive stomach, so I’m jealous.

8)Do you believe in miracles? Oh yes. I’ve experienced them.9)Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Never.

12)If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? I’m not sure, but it wouldn’t be orange-red, or green- yellow. Crayola insists on putting those in the box but they aren’t colors. According to color theory, the primary color always comes first in hyphenated secondary color names. That’s a pet peeve of mine being an art teacher. It always confuses my students.

13)Do you still have your tonsils? Yep, but my appendix is long gone.

14)Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? Ask me again in a few years and I’ll be able to tell you. 

15)What is the first thing you notice about people? Probably their hair. Jealous.

16)What color pants and shoes are you wearing? No shoes, multi-colored stained jeans (I’m about to start glazing some pottery)

20)What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally? Artwise – I’d like to be known as someone who makes unique work that will you will love to decorate your home with for years to come and that will always start conversations. Personally – I just want to use the talents God gave me in a way He is happy with.

That was great, thanks Brian! And now on to my spotlight of the awesome items in the HarmonArt ArtFire studio.

So once again we have come to the end of a wonderful ArtFire artisan feature. Hope to see you soon for another one.

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Of course you do. But do you want to see something really great? You do?Well then, get yourself into Alisuns on ArtFire and take a look at the awesome stuff she has! She has so much gorgeous blingy stuff.. makes me drool.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

We are back with another feature on an ArtFire artisan. This time round I am featuring Michelle from CreativeCritters.So lets see what Michelle has to say.

What do you like to be called?Michelle, or Chelle by family and close friends.

Where you named after anyone?I think my middle name (Elizabeth) is a version of my mother's middle name (Beth).How many birthdays have you had?33

Where in the world are you located and where would you like to be located?I live in N.E. Ohio, near Lake Erie. I'd like to live in a big farmhouse with lots of land (and animals) near a lake, some where a little warmer than here.

What defines you as you?I'm creative, quirky, unique, caring, yet still strong. I'm a lot of different things to a lot of different people, but I always try to be there when someone needs me. I've been through some very hard times in my life, and that's made me more understanding when it comes to others problems. I love animals, and all living creatures. Heck, I feel bad when I chop a worm in 2 in the garden! I'm a weirdo, but in a good way.

What was a defining moment of your childhood?My grandfather died when I was 14. He and my grandmother had raised my brothers and me until I was 13, and he had been my only father figure. He was always so strong, and when he got sick and died, my whole world was turned upside down. The ages between 14 and 18 were the hardest of my life. Enough happened to me during those years to fill a book, and none of it good. But I survived, and surviving that, I know I can survive anything. It made me a strong woman, physically and mentally. Now I can feel Grampa saying, "Way to go, Chelle. You're doing what you should be doing."

If you could be any animal which animal would you be and why?A cat. I love cats. They're athletic and flexible and such a sense of freedom about them. They're funny and intelligent and creative. Maybe I was a cat in a past life. When I was little I used to dream I was a cat. Those were good dreams.

Do bald men wash their head with shampoo or soap?I say soap- fewer steps.

What is the first thing you notice about people?Their aura- whether they seem friendly and open or angry and distant. Next I notice their pet.

What color pants and shoes are you wearing?Silver and purple tennis shoes, and blue jeans.

Scary movies or happy endings?Happy endings.

When cheese gets it's picture taken what does it say?People!

Where can people find you and what do you do on the internet?My studio on ArtFire is at CreativeCritters. I have pictures and blogs on Facebook, MySpace, ByHand.me, Flickr, and JoAnn.com.

What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your "art" and personally?In terms of my art I want to be known as talented, innovative, and unique. I want to be known for excellent customer service and as someone who can be relied upon. Personally I want to be known for my empathy, love for all creatures and their environment, as as a good person. I want my friends and family to know they can confide in me and rely on me to be there for them.

A scene I find inspiring: this picture was taken at sunset by my Mother in Wyoming.I don't have a picture of my favorite piece of clothing, but that would have to be the raggedy old sweatpants that used to be my Grampa's. Gramma gave them to me when I was 14 and I still have them.The item I'm most proud of is Scorch the Rockin' Dragon. He took months to complete and is 14" tall and 18 1/2" long. Each of those scales were made by hand (THOUSANDS of them)! Eventually I will list him on ArtFire.Thank you so much for this interview. It was a lot of fun!-Michelle AdkinsCreative Critters

Thank you so much Michelle. I really enjoyed that! Hope all the readers did too!Now I get to do my bit and spotlight some of the amazing items in CreativeCritters.

So we have come to the end of another fabulous ArtFire Artisan feature. Stay tuned for the next feature.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

We are back with another fabulous, slighty quirky, ArtFire Artisan feature. This time it is the gorgeous Amy from TheJewelryShop.So with out further ado.. I hand you over to Amy...

1) What do you like to be called? Amy

2) Were you named after anyone? No

3) How many birthdays have you had? That I count or all of them together - lol? No, seriously, I have had 37 so far.

4) Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located? I am in Florida. I live about 1.5 hours from the beach, 2.5 hours from Disney, and have lakes and springs all around me. I would love to live in the mountains, maybe somewhere like Idaho, but since I am a Florida native, I would probably freeze to death the first winter.

5) What defines you as you? I'm just me. I am a mother, daughter, wife, crafter, jewelry maker, and more. No one thing defines me, it is all of these together that make me who I am.

6) What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad) I remember sitting and playing games or making jewelry with my grandmother every Sunday. I still love to play games and make jewelry.

7) If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why? An eagle - for the freedom.

8) Do you believe in miracles? Absolutely! I have seen them happen.

9) Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Usually.10) Favorite smells? Cookies and cakes baking, coffee, the scent of rain, the light scent of flowers in spring.

11) What is on your mouse pad? I don't use a mouse pad.

12) If you were a crayon, what colour would you be? Purple! It is my favorite color, so I have to go with the favorite. :0)

13) Do you still have your tonsils? Yes.

14) Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo? I guess it depends on the man.

15) What is the first thing you notice about people? I usually notice body language first. If someone is open and friendly or standoffish. I am usually a pretty good judge of character, although I have made a few mistakes in my time.

20) What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally? I want to be known for being friendly and helpful, but able to stand up for myself. I want my jewelry to be known for being pretty, distinctive, and well made.

Thank you so much, Amy. It has been lovely getting to know you. And now I will present my spotlight on TheJewelryShop and AbsolutelyAmy

I hope you have all enjoyed reading this, I certainly enjoyed presenting it. Until next time.

Sunday, April 5, 2009

There are some amazing artisans on ArtFire. And one of them is Lindsey from CaterpillarPeacock. She makes the most amazing things, miniature hats and needlefelted jewelry. You have to see it to believe it.I just love the little hats..and her Calla Lily needlefelted jewelry is awesome...So do yourself a favour and get along to CaterpillarPeacock on ArtFire.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Here we are again with another fantastic ArtFire artisan feature. This time round we have the amazing NinjaJenn!Let's get to it!!1)What do you like to be called?* Most people call me Jenn… but I will answer to about anything BUT jenny LOL2)Were you named after anyone?* I got my middle name from my maternal grandmother… but my hippie mom ALMOST named me Moon Reign… WHEW dodged that bullet! LOL

3)How many birthdays have you had?* 33 so far!

4)Where in the world are you located, and where would you like to be located?* I am in NC, just north of Charlotte… I wish I was anywhere that snows a LOT so I could ride all year :sigh:

5)What defines you as you?* Definitely my quirkiness. I am a total goofball nerd, and I am super outgoing… but I am also super weird… so I guess it’s nature way of keeping me in check LOL

6)What was a defining moment of your childhood? (happy/sad)* Well, It’s always been just my mom and me… and I was a terrible child. I was always torturing her for some reason or the other. Anyway, once she drove me two hours to see something at an amusement park, and I was torturing her the entire way about something stupid. So she said “If you say it again, we’re going back home.” So I waited until we were in the parking lot and said it again. (Thought I was safe…) So my mom drives right up to the front gate and says “Wave!” and then took me allllllll the way back home. That’s when I learned my mom does NOT play… and that I should learn to listen. It definitely changed my life! LOL

7)If you could be an animal which animal would you be and why?* A duck billed platypus probably… knowing my luck LOL8)Do you believe in miracles?* Whole heartedly!

9)Do you untie your shoes when you take them off?* Only if I have had too much wine… I can’t get out of them otherwise at that point!

10)Favorite smells?* Fresh cut grass, cinnamon, coconut, rain

11)What is on your mouse pad?* I don’t have a mouse pad :0(

12)If you were a crayon, what colour would you be?* Squished caterpillar green

13)Do you still have your tonsils?* Yep!

14)Do bald men wash their head with soap or shampoo?* Who cares as long as they keep being bald? Bald is sexy! LOL

15)What is the first thing you notice about people?* Usually their smile or their eyes. You can tell a LOT about someone by both I think.

20)What do you want to be known for, both in terms of your ‘art’ and personally?* In terms of art, I just want to be known for being unique and totally myself. I want people to see my things and think “Yep, that’s a Ninja piece!”. As for personally, I want to be known for always being true to myself, kind to others, and I hope my faith and spirituality shows in all I do.

Thanks so much for participating Jenn! I had so much fun reading your responses, and I hope the readers do too.Now on to my byhand.me spotlight of NinjaJenn's ArtFire studio. There is so much fabulous, unique and funky stuff there.. you have to go look! You will not be disappointed!

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